Airfield Systems Project Nanager (AIRPORTS / AVIATION)

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Airfield Systems Project Manager to join our team. The Airfield Systems Project Manager will lead the end-to-end delivery of the Airfield/Airside systems scope as part of a major airport Master Systems Integration (MSI) programme. 

The position requires strong technical leadership, systems integration expertise, and operational coordination experience across critical airport technologies and airside operational platforms.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leads the overall delivery of the Airfield/Airside systems scope within a major airport systems integration programme. 

• Manages design reviews, technical compliance assessments, interface coordination activities, and systems integration planning across all assigned airfield systems packages. 

• Oversees the implementation, integration, testing, commissioning, and operational handover of airfield operational systems including A-SMGCS, ALCMS, ATMS, AOS, AWOS/MET, ATIS, ILS, VDGS, PBB, FHS, RTMIS, SNIB, RVT, AICS, TVAO, and Flightradar24 data integration feeds. 

• Coordinates Interface Control Document (ICD) development and interface management activities between airfield systems, terminal systems, operational technologies, ICT infrastructure, and third-party platforms. 

• Manages coordination with ANSP stakeholders, ATC operations teams, aviation authorities, EPC contractors, technology vendors, and specialist consultants to ensure alignment of programme delivery activities. 

• Leads integration coordination with key technology providers and operational stakeholders including NERA, ADB Safegate, Leonardo, and associated specialist systems vendors. 

• Monitors systems integration dependencies, interface risks, operational constraints, and programme sequencing activities associated with airfield operations. 

• Supports the development and execution of integrated testing and commissioning strategies including FAT, SAT, integrated systems testing, operational trials, and phased activation activities. 

• Ensures all airfield systems comply with applicable aviation regulations, airport operational standards, cybersecurity requirements, and programme governance procedures. 

• Facilitates resolution of technical, operational, interface, and vendor coordination issues impacting systems delivery or operational readiness. 

• Supports risk management activities by identifying integration risks, operational impacts, and mitigation measures associated with airfield systems implementation. 

• Provides leadership and direction to systems integration teams, testing & commissioning personnel, specialist consultants, and vendor coordination resources. 

• Participates in stakeholder meetings, technical workshops, operational readiness reviews, and programme governance forums. 

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What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Aviation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline from a recognized university. 

• Minimum 18 years of professional experience in airport systems delivery, aviation infrastructure, operational technologies, or complex systems integration programmes. 

• Minimum 8 years of experience in major international airport programmes involving airfield systems, operational technologies, or airport systems integration. 

• Demonstrated experience managing complex airside systems within operational airport environments. 

• Experience coordinating with ANSP stakeholders, ATC operations teams, airport operators, and aviation regulatory authorities is . 

• Experience managing specialist airport systems vendors and multidisciplinary contractor interfaces is essential. 

• GCC airport programme experience is highly desirable. 

• Must possess strong client-facing communication and stakeholder coordination capabilities. 

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Ability to coordinate complex multidisciplinary interfaces across vendors, contractors, operational stakeholders, and regulatory authorities. 

• Strong analytical, technical problem-solving, and risk management capabilities. 

• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams within complex programme delivery environments. 

• Strong understanding of aviation operational standards, safety requirements, and regulatory compliance frameworks. 

• Ability to review and interpret complex technical documentation, integration procedures, and systems architecture deliverables. 

• Ability to function effectively within large-scale multi-organizational programme environments while maintaining alignment with client objectives and operational priorities.